Apparently the flexible section of my exhaust is worn/damaged and needs replacing to get through the MOT. B*gger.

There are some threads on this issue from 4/5 years ago, but has anyone had this job done recently, and can recommend a supplier? Is it worth trying to get a new braided section welded in, or should I bite the bullet and replace the whole section before the cat?

I have no real advice, but I have just had a new flexi piece weldedninto my exhaust on my van due to cost.almost 200 pound new or a universal flexi 35 pound

here you go,

it do-able if you can weld and have a car lift
http://www.ebay.de/itm/Flexrohr-Fia...eile_Zubehör&cmd=ViewItem&hash=item5d27270d99

bollie69 said:

here you go, it do-able if you can weld and have a car lift

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Thanks bollie, but it's a 'no' to both, unfortunately!

I've sourced a new stainless steel front pipe with 2 year guarantee for under £50, so I'll go with that.

http://www.autobits.co.uk/store/store.php?cat_id=1229

I had the front bit of the Supersprint exhaust manifold to replace it.. its sounds awesome with the end bit of a DTR exhaust !

That's a really interesting suggestion (especially as I haven't yet got around to ordering the parts).

How much did you pay for it?

Mine sounds pretty awesome already (it's a Novitec system from the cat back) but I'm sure it could sound even more awesome!

(Edit - Ouch! £444 from Motorsport World! The pips are squeaking! It does look the business, though.)

Supersprint fitted by NJS Alfa Specialists in Pershore (Worcester) cost around £500

It removes the Exhaust Flexi hose issue and apparently sits higher within the car.

Thanks jetweed.

Getting rid of the flexi is a big deal for me, as I live down the end of a long, unmade farm track, and I reckon that's what's done for the existing flexi. The extra clearance would be a bonus too (although the ground clearance on the standard B is pretty good, all things considered - I catch the underneath of my DS3 far more often ).

But having just shelled out £400 for a 40,000 miler on the Citroen, I'd struggle to justify another £500 for the B when I can get the job done for under £100.

Sigh.